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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2013REGAL TURBO PREMIUM, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 33 (FRAME AND UNDERBODY)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDRIVETRAIN AND FRONT SUSPENSION FRAME REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard Trans

Installation Procedure

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Carefully lower the vehicle until contacts the frame assembly and is correctly positioned within the spray painted areas.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  2. Install the frame retaining bolts then tighten the bolts to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
  3. Install the frame reinforcements then tighten the bolts to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
  4. Remove the mechanics wire and install the steering gear with NEW bolts and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft) plus 150 degrees, plus 15 degrees.
    5. Fig 1: Electrical Harness & Power Steering Cooler Line Clips
    GM2018935Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the electrical harness and the power steering cooler line to the clips in the frame (2).
  6. Connect the ball joint studs to the steering knuckles (1). Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (GNA) .
    7. Fig 2: Transaxle Mount Components
    GM2201655Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the rear transmission mount through bolt (1) and tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
  8. Install the front transmission mount bolts and nut then tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
  9. Untie the radiator, air conditioning condenser, and fan module assembly from the upper radiator support.
  10. Connect the left and right stabilizer links to the strut assemblies. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  11. Connect the tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
  12. Install the front exhaust pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (L4) or Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LDK or LHU) .
  13. Remove the engine support fixture.
  14. Install the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  15. Install the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  16. Lower the vehicle.
  17. Check the wheel alignment.
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